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1. • • Pathological lying is a persistent, pervasive, and often compulsive pattern of excessive lying behavior that leads to clinically significant impairment of functioning in social, occupational, or other areas; causes marked distress; poses a risk to the self or others; and occurs for longer than six months.
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   What causes pathological lying?

   • The cause of pathological lying isn’t established, as the research is limited. “Researchers are still trying to determine if the brain of a pathological liar forms differently from that of someone who is a ‘normal liar,’” says Zrenchik. Some mental health conditions may be associated with patterns of pathological lying. These include:

   How to Spot a Pathological Liar: Signs, Causes, and How to Deal

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   Is lying a sign of Pathology?

   • No, most people lie from time to time and it isn’t an indicator of pathology. Pathological means the behavior may be related to or caused by a health challenge. If lying and embellishing are a regular occurrence and difficult to control, the behavior may be considered pathological, but context is important.

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   How common is pathological lying?

   • The research on pathological lying is limited, so experts don't exactly know how common pathological lying really is. But, some researchers theorize that around 5% to 13% of people may be pathological liars. What Is Pathological Lying?

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   How does pathological lying affect a liar?

   • For one, the impact of pathological lying isn't confined to the liar alone; it extends to everyone around them. It can ruin relationships, lead to job losses, and even result in legal consequences. Recognizing the signs early can help you protect yourself and maybe even help the liar seek treatment. What is Pathological Lying?

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   Is pathological lying an independent symptom?

   • It is possible for pathological lying to be an independent symptom, as some people engage in pathological lying without having any underlying medical condition. It can be challenging for a doctor to determine whether someone is engaging in pathological lying because there are no psychological or biological tests for it.

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   What is a pathological lie?

   • A key feature of a pathological lie is that it has no obvious motivation. It is usually possible to determine why someone has told a lie — such as to benefit themselves or avoid an embarrassing or stressful social situation — but pathological lying occurs for no clear reason and does not seem to benefit the individual.

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3. psychcentral.com › health › signs-pathological-liar15 Signs of Pathological Lying and How to Handle - Psych Central

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   Sep 15, 2022 · Pathological lying — also known as pseudologia fantastica, mythomania, and morbid lying — is a compulsive pattern of telling people things you know aren’t true.

4. www.verywellmind.com › pathological-liarPathological Liar: Definition and How to Spot One - Verywell Mind

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   Dec 25, 2023 · A pathological liar is defined as someone who has no control over chronic lying. Learn how it differs from other types of lying and what you can do to cope with a pathological liar.

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   Sep 19, 2023 · One of the most telling signs of pathological lying is the presence of inconsistencies and contradictions in the stories told. Because pathological liars lie frequently and about a wide range of topics, keeping track of all the lies becomes an almost impossible task.

7. www.webmd.com › mental-health › what-to-knowWhat Is Pathological Lying, and Can It Be Treated? - WebMD

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   Mar 8, 2023 · ‌The lying is not a symptom of other mental illness. A pathological liar might have other mental conditions such as depression or anxiety. But that isn’t the cause of their lying.

8. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › pathological-liarsPathological liars: Everything you need to know

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   Aug 7, 2019 · A pathological liar is someone who lies compulsively and without any clear benefit. Lying refers to making a false statement to deceive others intentionally, often for some form of personal gain....

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   Sep 18, 2023 · Pathological lying is not well understood and can be challenging to deal with. Learn more about the signs of a pathological liar and how to cope.

10. psychcentral.com › blog › deliberately-untruthfulWhen Does Lying Become Compulsive or Pathological?

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    Aug 12, 2022 · Pathological lying is when someone lies frequently such that it impairs their social, work, financial, or legal functioning. Those who lie pathologically may experience distress because of...